civilly

Example Sentences

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Can you sue him civilly for depriving you of your civil rights?

From Slate • May 4, 2026

Dozens of rally participants were later held civilly liable.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

In general, the law is deferential to police, giving officers significant discretion to use force, making it difficult to hold them criminally or civilly liable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

“But do it civilly and do it responsibly.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2025

It would have been a pleasure to tell him where to go, but I spoke civilly.

From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler